TRUE STORIES

JOHN BROGDEN

Member of the Order of Australia (AM), Chairman, Lifeline Australia, CEO of AICD.

John Brogden is the Chairman of Lifeline Australia and the Managing Director and CEO at the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

In January 2014, John was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the community through representational roles with social welfare organisations, business and financial sectors and the NSW Parliament.

From 1996 to 2005, John was the Member for Pittwater in the NSW Parliament. In 2002, elected Leader of the Opposition – the youngest person ever to hold the role

“We have come out of the dark ages in how we think about mental illness in Australia. When you take things like mental illness out of a dark corner of our world and shine a light on them people will open up and talk about it.”

GREG FLEET

Comedian, Actor, Writer

Greg Fleet is a living legend of Aussie comedy, one of the most experienced and popular stand-up comics currently working the world stage. Greg’s versatility has made him a regular on television, radio and stage, with roles in sitcoms, soaps and dramas as well as frequent appearances on chat shows, televised comedy showcases, festival galas, comedy debates and panel shows. Fleety has been a regular guest and host on breakfast, afternoon and drive radio.

“In one hour, Greg Fleet succeeds in dragging us to extremes of laughter, embarrassment and pity – but mainly laughter – as he takes us on the emotional roller-coaster journey of our lives” - The Independent, London.

WAYNE WIGHAM

Professional Speaker, Retired NRL Legend

Wayne Wigham is a passionate speaker and advocate for mental health. After ten successful years playing professional first-grade football for the Balmain Tigers, and having been the lead try scorer in the 1980 Sydney competition, Wayne’s undiagnosed depression forced him to retire from the game he loved.

Wayne’s personal journey highlights the fact that the black dog of depression can strike anyone, even those performing at the elite level.

Wayne now works as a professional speaker for the Black Dog Institute, raising awareness of mood disorders and the importance of early detection and treatment.

Have you ever been worried about someone and didn't know what to say? Do you feel disconnected and struggle to reach out? Find out why an average Joe wants us all to rethink the conversations we have about mental illness

What we’re doing

Using the power of music to raise awareness and funds to support people whose lives are affected by mental illness.

The inaugural Black, White & Blues dinner show will showcase Australian music talent and we’ll provide information that supports people with mental illness and resources for their family and friends.

How can you help?

We all know people who’ve been affected by these issues. Everyone deserves compassion and to be heard and our communities have the power to create acceptance and end the stigma associated with mental illness.

You can join us in our efforts to raise awareness and funds to support the work of the Black Dog Institute, beyondblue and Lifeline.

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Have you ever been worried about someone and didn't know what to say? Do you feel disconnected and struggle to reach out? Find out why an average Joe wants us all to rethink the conversations we have about mental illness

We all have a role to play in suicide prevention. For 24 hour crisis support call 13 11 14, or visit life line’s crisis chat (8:00pm-4:00am AEST).

Black White & Blues is a non-profit community group holding the Black, White & Blues gala dinner event to raise awareness and funds for people suffering from mental illness. Funds raised go to support the work of the Black Dog Institute, beyondblue and Lifeline. For more information email donations@blackwhiteandblues.com